Daily Living

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	Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Care Guidelines The guidelines, released by the American Academy of Neurology, are based on evidence that they’re effective in caring for people with ALS.	October 2009
	Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Care Guidelines The first-ever care guidelines focus on the latest developments in diagnosis, treatment and medical management of these rare diseases.	March 2011
	DMD Guidelines — Anesthesia Care Recommendations from MDA and the American College of Chest Physicians on the management of patients undergoing anesthesia or sedation.	January 2008
	DMD Guidelines — Corticosteroids Information about the use of corticosteroids, such as prednisone, from the American Academy of Neurology (AAN).	January 2005
	DMD Guidelines — Respiratory Care Guidelines about respiratory care from the American Thoracic Society (ATS).	August 2004
	DMD/BMD Guidelines — Cardiovascular Care American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendations for cardiac care in Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophies, and carriers of those diseases.	March 2006
	Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Care Guidelines From the DMD Care Considerations Working Group, a comprehensive set of clinical care recommendations for the diagnosis and management of DMD.	December 2009
	Everybody’s Different, Nobody’s Perfect A colorful, easy-to-read booklet in English and Spanish helps young children understand muscular dystrophy.	November 2006
	Everyday Life with ALS: A Practical Guide In large type and with many illustrations, this manual contains extensive advice and support for those living with ALS and their caregivers. Step-by-step instructions, checklists and additional resources are included.	March 2010
	Exercising with a Muscle Disease Insights from research, medicine, exercise experts and people with muscle diseases. Includes information on recommended exercises for those with a muscle disease, as well as their caregivers.	April 2009